Quetzalteca is a traditional alcoholic drink from Guatemala, known as a type of aguardiente, a strong, clear liquor made from sugar cane. It holds a special place in Guatemalan culture and gets its name from the quetzal, Guatemala’s national bird, which represents freedom and wealth. Quetza...
Obverse: General Justo Rufino Barrios; Quetzal bird; Maya writings (hieroplyphs); Itzcuintli - Mayan dog-god; Mayan mask sculpture; Pyramid with writings on it. Reverse: Classroom scene; General Justo Rufino Barrios established primary education free, secular and compulsory; Mayan gods. Date of...